Relocating to Puna

[pslamont]

Another productive day. Today Hubby and I learned how to drive our tractor! I have to give a big salute to Bacon Universal for their support policies. Clayton in sales came out to the ranch, teachig Bob and I to operate the tractor including PTO, changing out appliances, 2 vs 4 wheel drive, etc.... then he changed the oil for the 50 hour service. All we paid for was the oil and filter. Thanks Clayton.

The vegetable garden is about 30 by 50 feet. It's all ripped and ready to till into rows. Then we will put up posts and then finally the fence. We have wild pigs so ther fence must be dug into the ground to keep them out.

We have also picked up the final blueprints for the new house. Wow, this is exciting. I am busy taking them to the plumber, electrician, lender, builder, cabinet maker.... it's insane. Fun but insane.

The little cabin for the carpenter is looking great. The roof is on and he was doing the roof caps as I left this afternoon. Now for a porch and stairs. It is definitely coming together.

The new trees are looking great except for the Star Apples. They just don't like it here. Hmmmmmm

No other tragedies to confess to this time. Seems I am usually telling you something humorous about what I have messed up but right now it's all feeling fairly good.

Thanks for sharing the adventure. As always, your input is appreciated. Looking forward to reading your comments... Pam



May you live in interesting times.